Survey: NFL players split on Incognito-Martin

The Richie Incognito-Jonathan Martin mess in Miami is the biggest story facing the NFL right now and has created a fierce debate.

If a survey conducted by ESPN.com is any indication, there’s a clear split between the group of players who want someone like Incognito on their team, versus those who want someone like Martin.

Only 72 players were polled, so the sample size is quite small, but the results considerably favor Martin over Incognito.

Who would you rather have on your team?

Jonathan Martin

34 (47.2 percent)

Richie Incognito

15 (20.8 percent)

Neither

23 (31.9 percent)

Source: ESPN.com

In the past two days, the Dolphins players have overwhelmingly spoken in support of Incognito, using terms such as, “a great leader.” Miami’s players have also been critical of Martin for taking his issues to the public and not keeping them in the locker room.

The survey seems to suggest, however, that Incognito’s support doesn’t extend past the walls of the Dolphins’ facility. This may be another indication of Incognito being one of those players that “you hate him when he’s on the other team, but love him when he’s on yours.”

Although the survey is self-admittedly “unscientific,” it’s clear that there’s a divide in the NFL. When faced with the choice, some players prefer a teammate who is reserved but hard-working, while others like the intimidation factor.

It’s a debate that could alter the way the NFL’s locker room culture is perceived, but now it’s up to you to weigh in.